ECA appeals for stronger growth in Eastern Africa
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The economic performance of Eastern Africa has been impressive over the past decade and a half. Yet economic growth moderated markedly in 2016 and 2017, with an average growth rate of 5.6% compared to 6.8% between 2012 and 2015. For this reason, it is essential to unlock the full potential for economic transformation in the region, insisted the participants of the 21st session of the Intergovernmental Committee of Experts (ICE).